Yellow Sapphire
The official birthstone for September, Yellow Sapphire has been declared a precious stone. The vibrance and beauty of this stone intersected with its luminescent glow makes it increasingly popular in society, competing with Pink Sapphires. Symbols of wisdom and prosperity, yellow sapphires play a huge role in Vedic Astrology, connoting good fortune and energy.
Color
Varying in color from a yellow-green to orange-yellow; yellow sapphires are much more affordable than a blue or pink sapphires. Their ideal color is an intermediate but bright canary yellow.
Symbolism
Yellow Sapphire symbolizes divine grace and power. Considered being the least dangerous of the gemstones, yellow sapphire is said to greatly provide physical well-being and spiritual wellness. A stone associated with optimism and good feelings, the yellow sapphire alongside a purple sapphire; when close to your body, acts as a source of hope and motivation no matter the situation you’ve encountered in your life.
For people who are academically or creatively driven, the yellow sapphire is a representation of knowledge and wisdom; bringing along financial stability.
Origin
Derived from the Latin word ‘sapphirus’, the word sapphire means Blue. Apollo, the Greek God of the sun, represents archery, dance, music, prophecies, healing, disease, the sun, poetry, truth, and light. These precious stones have been used throughout history to honor Apollo, being brought to his temples and worn by doctors and other people to pray for healing the sick. Sapphires are also infamous for stories of protecting the wearers from evil spirits and snakes, with a common belief that sapphires could even kill snakes and spiders. Hailed as the ‘Celestial Stone’ in Ancient Persia, the yellow sapphire was said to have spiritual powers beyond no other.
uses
This stone is infamous for ushering in prosperity and newer sources of wealth and income. It is believed to be one of the most auspicious stones among the navratnas and holds high esteem in Vedic astrology. It makes strikingly beautiful jewelry which makes it a pet stone for jewelers all around the world.
Care & cleaning
Yellow sapphire, being difficult and durable, can withstand most cleaning methods. However, they should never be put in boiling water.Your sapphire jewelry can be cleaned with a soft-bristled brush or a cloth with plain or soapy water. Be careful to avoid exposing your stone to substances like hairspray, perfume, and chlorine, which can cause your gemstones to dull.
Types of Yellow Sapphire
Type 1
Natural, light-stable color center
Type 2
Natural or irradiation produced, fading color center
Type 3
ron-containing, not heated, light-stable
Type 4
Iron-containing, heated, light-stable
Type 5
Surface-diffused additive, light-stable
Type 6
Synthetic, light-stable
Type 7
Synthetic, irradiated, fading